Remington Announces R51 Pistol Exchange

[djpup]

Madison, NC --(Ammoland.com)- Earlier this year, we launched the innovative R51 subcompact pistol to critical acclaim.

During testing, numerous experts found the pistol to function flawlessly. In fact, they found it to have lower felt recoil, lower muzzle rise and better accuracy and concealability than other products in its class.

However, after initial commercial sales, our loyal customers notified us that some R51 pistols had performance issues.

We immediately ceased production to re-test the product. While we determined the pistols were safe, certain units did not meet Remington’s performance criteria. The performance problems resulted from complications during our transition from prototype to mass production. These problems have been identified and solutions are being implemented, with an expected production restart in October.

Anyone who purchased an R51 may return it and receive a new R51 pistol, along with two additional magazines and a custom Pelican case, by calling Remington at (800) 243-9700.

The new R51 will be of the same exceptional quality as our test pistols, which performed flawlessly.

We appreciate your patience and support.

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[Johannes_Paulsen]

I was tempted initially, but I'm glad I steered clear of the R51 when it came out.

[G17-5291]

Yea...thanks but no thanks

[Democrat Gun Owner]

I was tempted initially, but I'm glad I steered clear of the R51 when it came out.

I must agree. I was intrigued as well initially.

I, too, am glad I did not pull the proverbial trigger and purchase one.

[FLICK]

While this press release is laced with mounds of complete bullshit, Remington is seemingly taking care of their customers. I still wouldn't touch one with a ten foot pole. Maybe after a few years of solid production, but Remington screwed the pooch but good....

[Emptymag]

While this press release is laced with mounds of complete bullshit, Remington is seemingly taking care of their customers. I still wouldn't touch one with a ten foot pole. Maybe after a few years of solid production, but Remington screwed the pooch but good....

You smelled it too?

"Didn't meet our performance criteria." Hahahahahahaha!



I wanted one then and I won't say that I wouldn't want one once they are "fixed".

[TaePo]

Oh, yes, the 'new' R51 based on the original 1927 model. I remember that.

[Big-O]

Cool.. I was an early adopter/beta tester, mine keeps dropping mags after every shot. It's been sat in it's box for months now waiting for me to bother calling Remington to get it sorted. I wasnt in a rush because I heard no news regarding solid solutions to customers that had issues. This now gives me the incentive to do so. A second try at bat and two extra mags with a swanky pelican case is good enuf.. It's not a serious carry piece for me anyhow but I would like it to work. I'll call the boys at 'THE ROCK" first thing Monday and free up this area under my desk and get this shipped back to them.

[saleen322]

I am not looking for a compact 9 but if I was, I would give serious consideration to a R51. Remington knows their reputation will take a bigger hit if they don't make this right so it will be in their focus. This will end up being one of the best compact 9s available.

This parallels what Glock went though during the whole kaboom thing. Cases were rupturing on the 40s and 10mms because of lack of case support. Glock addressed this and the problem was fixed. Even the hard core Glock hater would have to admit that the current Glock is as reliable as any other service pistol. I have no doubt the revised R51 pistols will be fine

[Johannes_Paulsen]

You smelled it too?

"Didn't meet our performance criteria." Hahahahahahaha!



I wanted one then and I won't say that I wouldn't want one once they are "fixed".

I wouldn't turn my nose up if someone offered one as a gift.

But I think I'd rather purchase a Glock 42 right now -- "anemic" cartridge and all. At least it's the devil I know.....